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Fenugreek (Trigonella foenumgraecum) is an annual Mediterranean and Asiatic herb with aromatic seeds. It is used around the world as a culinary spice and food that is soothing to the stomach.SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.

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Supplement Facts

Take 2 capsules two to three times daily, preferably with food.

Serving Size 2 Capsules

Servings Per Container 50

Amount Per Serving

% DV

Calories

5.00

Total Carbohydrate

1.00 g

1%

Dietary Fiber

1.00 g

2%

Fenugreek

1.22 g

**

** Daily Value (DV) not established

Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule)

Warning: Freshness & safety sealed with printed outer shrinkwrap and printed inner seal. Do not use if either seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if pregnant or lactating.

Nature's Way Products, Inc.Springville, Utah 84663 USA

Health Notes

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Dose: 10 to 30 grams three times per day with mealsFenugreek seeds contain compounds that inhibit both cholesterol absorption in the intestines and cholesterol production by the liver.(more)

High Triglycerides

Dose: 100 grams seed daily or 25 to 50 grams defatted seed powder dailyFenugreek has been shown to lower total and LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with high lipid levels in preliminary trials..(more)

Fenugreek seeds contain compounds known as steroidal saponins that inhibit both cholesterol absorption in the intestines and cholesterol production by the liver.1 Dietary fiber may also contribute to fenugreek's activity. Multiple human trials (some double-blind) have found that fenugreek may help lower total cholesterol in people with moderate atherosclerosis or those having insulin-dependent or non-insulin-dependent diabetes.2, 3, 4 One human double-blind trial has also shown that defatted fenugreek seeds may raise levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol.5 One small preliminary trial found that either 25 or 50 grams per day of defatted fenugreek seed powder significantly lowered serum cholesterol after 20 days.6 Germination of the fenugreek seeds may improve the soluble fiber content of the seeds, thus improving their effect on cholesterol.7 Fenugreek powder is generally taken in amounts of 10 to 30 grams three times per day with meals.

Fenugreek has been shown to lower total and LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels in people with high lipid levels in preliminary trials.1 Bread made with 50 grams defatted fenugreek powder was used twice daily in the trial. Similar results have been seen at half that amount in people with diabetes and elevated blood levels of various lipids.2 A small randomized trial found similar results using 100 grams fenugreek seeds daily.3 One small clinical trial found that either 25 grams or 50 grams per day of defatted fenugreek seed powder were effective in reducing triglycerides over a 20-day period.4 Mild diarrhea and gas can accompany the first few days of fenugreek use, though it almost always fades as the person taking it adapts.

Dose: 2.5 to 15 grams dailyFenugreek seeds are high in soluble fiber, which helps lower blood sugar by slowing down carbohydrate digestion and absorption.1 Animal research suggests that fenugreek may also contain a substance that stimulates insulin production and improves blood sugar control.2, 3In a controlled trial, incorporating 15 grams of powdered fenugreek seed into a meal eaten by people with type 2 diabetes reduced the rise in blood glucose following the meal.4 Another controlled trial found that taking 2.5 grams of fenugreek twice a day for three months reduced blood sugar levels in people with mild, but not those with severe, type 2 diabetes.5 In a double-blind study, 1 gram per day of an extract of fenugreek seeds for two months improved some measures of blood sugar control and insulin function in people with type 2 diabetes.6

Dose: Refer to label instructionsFenugreek seeds are high in soluble fiber, which helps lower blood sugar by slowing down carbohydrate digestion and absorption.1 Animal research suggests that fenugreek may also contain a substance that stimulates insulin production and improves blood sugar control.2, 3 In a controlled study in people with type 1 diabetes, incorporating powdered fenugreek seed into lunch and dinner meals (50 grams per meal) for ten days improved several measures of blood sugar control compared to a similar ten-day diet without added fenugreek.4

The laxatives most frequently used world-wide come from plants. Herbal laxatives are either bulk-forming or stimulating.

Bulk-forming laxatives come from plants with a high fiber and mucilage content that expand when they come in contact with water; examples include psyllium, flaxseed, and fenugreek. As the volume in the bowel increases, a reflex muscular contraction occurs, stimulating a bowel movement. These mild laxatives are best suited for long-term use in people with constipation.

Parts Used & Where Grown

Although originally from southeastern Europe and western Asia, fenugreek grows today in many parts of the world, including India, northern Africa, and the United States. The seeds of fenugreek are used medicinally.

The information presented in Aisle7 is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2016.

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